2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLK | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |